jan - camp sylvester
January - Camp Sylvester
Nestled between Pinecrest Lake and the snow-covered slopes of Dodge Ridge ski resort, Camp Sylvester in Pinecrest, California is an ideal setting for family vacations and group retreats alike. With updated cabins and recreation halls sprawling over nearly ten acres of the Stanislaus National Forest, Camp Sylvester provides the fresh air, green pines and excitement of an outdoor adventure with all of the comforts of a rustic resort.
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feb - mt madonna
February - Mt. Madonna
Campout Canceled due to rain.
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mar - Sunol
March - Sunol
Bedrock mortars used by Native Americans for pounding acorns that were found in the area are reminders of Sunol's first inhabitants. For the past century, however, the land known today as Sunol Regional Wilderness was used almost exclusively as ranch land. Under the East Bay Regional Park District's multi-use land management policy, cattle continue to graze in the 6,859-acre wilderness. Today, camping, picnicking, hiking, back-packing and equestrian trail rides attract thousands of park visitors a year. Visitors should bring drinking water because there is no drinking water in the park.
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Mar - San Luis
March - San Luis Reservoir State Park w/ New Scouts
Nestled in the grassy hills of the western San Joaquin Valley near historic Pacheco Pass, San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area is noted for boating, board sailing, camping, and picnicking. But it's anglers who find the unit's three lakes most inviting.
San Luis Reservoir was constructed as a storage reservoir for the federal Central Valley Project and the California State Water Project. It stores runoff water from the Delta that would otherwise flow into the ocean. The water arrives through the California Aqueduct and the Delta-Mendota Canal, and is pumped from the O'Neill Forebay into the main reservoir during the winter and spring. The Los Banos Creek Reservoir was built to prevent storm runoff from flooding the canals. |
MAY - RAFTING IN AMERICAN RIVER
May - White Water Rafting in American River + Tour of California's Capitol
Grab a paddle, hop into a big yellow raft, and get ready for some wet, wild and adventurous fun on the South Fork of the American River near Sacramento, CA! Don’t let names like Meatgrinder, Troublemaker, Satan’s Cesspool and Dead Man’s Drop scare you; the South Fork of the American River offers some of the most exciting Class III whitewater in California and is perfect for beginners, families and anyone who just wants a day out paddling in the California sunshine. Our South Fork American River rafting trips through the rolling Sierra Foothills offer the perfect way to cool off on a warm California day. Whether you’re new to rafting and just want to “get your feet wet,” or you just don’t have time to fit a multi-day adventure trip into your schedule, one of our South Fork American River rafting trip options will surely be the perfect choice. About an hour from Sacramento, and just an hour and a half from Lake Tahoe, rafting the South Fork American River is a quick and relatively easy option for an exciting family or group adventure. Whether paddling through thrilling rapids or swimming alongside the raft, lots of splashy good times are guaranteed.
The Capitol has an interesting background and a rich history. Learn all about California's everlasting Capitol, by venturing through the massive rooms and seeing spectacular statues, architecture, and numerous art styles. |
Jun - Moaning caverns/henry Coe backpacking
Jul - Philmont high adventure
Philmont Scout Ranch is the Boy Scouts of America's largest national High Adventure Base. Its 35 staffed camps and 55 trail camps provide an unforgettable adventure in the high country along hundreds of miles of rugged, rocky trails.
2 Crews from troop 457 went off to conquer to iteneraries for 14 days. Romeo-1, the older crew went on a 77 miles backpacking trip while Romeo-2, the younger crew, acomplished a 55 mile trip. |
JUl - kerns
Camp Kern offers a well rounded program with opportunities for adventure! Take a hike with your Troop, go fishing at the waterfront or make reservations for a Troop shoot at the rifle range. You can even set out on a trek on horseback!
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Aug - Fort rOSS
Fort Ross State Historic Park brings attention to the varied stories that have occurred here through the centuries, including the long formation of the coastal natural history, the centuries past and present of resident Kashia Pomo people, the Russian colonization periods (1812-1842), the Ranch era (1842-1972), and the over one hundred year era of this area as a protected resource as a State Historic Park. The park's Visitor Center is an excellent place to start a tour of Fort Ross to become acquainted with the rich natural and cultural history of the area.
On this Trek scouts went to Fort Ross and completed a 4 hour service project to stay in the Fort. Scouts got to learn about the Fort's History, cook amazing food, and play a huge game of capture the flag inside the Fort. |
sEP - POINT REYES
From its thunderous ocean breakers crashing against rocky headlands and expansive sand beaches to its open grasslands, brushy hillsides, and forested ridges, Point Reyes offers visitors over 1500 species of plants and animals to discover. Home to several cultures over thousands of years, the Seashore preserves a tapestry of stories and interactions of people. Point Reyes awaits your exploration.
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OCT - Bad air QUALITY (click for more details)
There was a harsh fire north of where Mt. Madonna (where our troop was going to camp) was which caused the smoke from the fire to move and cover Silicon Valley, as a result of the bad air quality, our troop decided to cancel the trip and donate the money that was supposed to be used for the camp out to the Red Cross Foundation.
NOV - Boulder Creek Scout reservation
DEC - INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING